2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
